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Active Pest Management - locally known as the Pesties in Blue - have now won their third Business Excellence Award in 2017. Two are in the Ballina Coast & Hinterland sector and most recently, they are delighted to be announced the overall Northern Rivers Regional Business Excellence Award Winner in their category of Trades & [...]

By jcd-admin|2017-10-04T22:46:06+00:00October 4th, 2017|Uncategorized|Comments Off on TRIPLE 2017 AWARD WINNERS FOR BUSINESS EXCELLENCE

Have you heard of Lawn Grubs? Is your lawn suddenly scattered with patches of lifeless, brown, thatch-like grass that seemingly days ago looked healthy and green? A few customers have called recently to say they think we have killed their lawn. But no! We can guarantee you, it is not us. ‘There is nothing in [...]

New conditions for AS 3660.1 relating to termite management for pre-construction apply from 1 May 2017. The transition from previous standards, reviewed and updated in 2014, ends on April 30, 2017. Standards Australia published two revised Australian Standards for termite management, AS 3660.1:2014 Termite Management, Part 1: New Building Work and AS 3660.3:2014, Termite Management, [...]

You'd be right if you guessed this is a close-up view of a butterfly wing. Butterfly Wing_Active Pest Management (Source: Self) Butterfly Wing close-up_Active Pest Management (Source: Self) This sole butterfly wing was found on the floor of a garage, where we were about to carry out an inspection. We didn't find [...]

Have your home inspected for Termites at least every 12 months There are many reasons why having your home professionally inspected for termites is a job you shouldn't put off or just let go. Termites can spell T-r-o-u-b-l-e with a capital $! But we know that. We’ve heard it all before. Right? It won't [...]

By jcd-admin|2016-11-17T09:53:33+00:00October 17th, 2016|Termites|Comments Off on Has your home been inspected for Termites in the last 12 months?

The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has revised the Australian Standards for Termite Management on new building work and on assessment criteria for certification on termite management systems. Changes are currently being phased in via the National Construction Code. Tony Dunn, Active Pest Management's Pre-construction Termite Management Specialist, recently presented to members of the Master Builders Association of NSW (MBANSW) about the revisions coming [...]

They spoil the appearance of your lawn. Put dirt all through your flip-flops and shoes. Are responsible for a large number of ankle and knee injuries each year. Cause cycling and skateboarding accidents alongside footpaths. Damage mowers and mower blades. De-stabilise your lawn making it uneven and prone to collapse. Track mud all through your home on feet [...]

By jcd-admin|2017-06-25T01:26:59+00:00February 18th, 2016|Ants|Comments Off on Funnel Ants – 10 Good Reasons to Get Rid of Them

Can you imagine starting your car in the morning and finding something small & hairy has decided to scamper up your leg as your engine jolts to life. Yikes!! Last winter, we had several enquiries via social media about how to deal with rodents nesting in car engine bays. Rodent management is a service we commonly [...]

By jcd-admin|2016-11-17T09:53:33+00:00January 24th, 2016|Rodents|Comments Off on Aaah…Rodents have nested in my car!

Using amber brew to lure mozzies away from your warm blood may be a long bow to draw at your next BBQ but there's a heat wave heading in our direction and mozzies are likely to come with it. This news.com.au article suggests beer – who knew? - fresh mint & tea-tree oil can all [...]

By jcd-admin|2016-11-17T09:53:33+00:00October 29th, 2015|Mosquitoes|Comments Off on Beer or Blood: What will Mozzies favour?